Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Available for Clearing 2026

Course Overview - Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Specialise in software development while also having the opportunity to cover a broad range of emerging topics, preparing you for an exciting career in computing

Why study BSc (Hons) Computer Science at BU?
• Develop the versatility and personal qualities to combine software development and theoretical aspects of computer science to meet the most versatile and broadest needs of employers in a global context



• Build and improve your applied technical skills with a strong appreciation of a wider range of computing topic...

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Course Information

2 Clearing option s available

Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

21/09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB

Application Details

Course Code

I100

Institution Code

B50

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2, Year 3

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

104

120

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.

Scottish Higher

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.

Access to HE Diploma

102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

An overall score of 28 - 31 points.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma

Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)

Scottish Advanced Higher

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

Extended Project

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

A level

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.

T Level

M

120 UCAS tariff points

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,790
EU, International £20,685

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